Pokémon Legends: Arceus is full of legendary Pokémon to catch, and Giratina is one of the most sought-after. If you're wondering whether you can add this formidable Pokémon to your team, the answer is a resounding yes! However, catching Giratina isn't as simple as stumbling upon it in the wild. You'll need to complete a few steps first. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about how to get Giratina in Pokémon Legends Arceus.

First things first, you need to finish the main story of Pokémon Legends: Arceus. Once the credits have rolled, a new post-game mission called "On the Trail of Giratina" will become available. This mission is your key to encountering and catching Giratina. Before you can start this mission, you'll need to defeat Volo and Giratina in a challenging battle. I remember my first time facing them; it was intense! I had to try a few times before I finally won, so make sure your team is at a high level and ready for a tough fight.

Finding and Battling Giratina

Once you've defeated Volo, you can begin the "On the Trail of Giratina" mission. Professor Laventon will task you with finding Giratina, who has retreated to a cave. Your destination is the Cobalt Coastlands, specifically Turnback Cave. You can find this cave in the northwestern part of the map. When I first went looking for it, I got a little lost, but if you head towards the coast, you'll eventually find the entrance.

Inside Turnback Cave, you'll find Giratina waiting for you. This time, you'll be able to battle and catch it. Be prepared for a tough fight. Giratina will be at a high level, so make sure you have plenty of Ultra Balls and a strong team. I found that using a Pokémon that can inflict status conditions like paralysis or sleep was really helpful in making Giratina easier to catch. After a few well-aimed Ultra Balls, I finally managed to add the legendary Pokémon to my team! It was a great feeling of accomplishment after such a tough battle. For a more detailed guide on the battle itself, you can check out our post on how to get Giratina in Pokemon Legends Arceus.

Catching legendary Pokémon is one of the most exciting parts of any Pokémon game. With the right strategy and a bit of patience, you'll be able to add Giratina to your team in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. If you're looking to make some in-app purchases to help you on your Pokémon journey, consider using Playstorm to earn Nintendo eShop gift cards by playing fun mobile games!